1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Concept T |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 34 L |